The next big artist has been found! … in my opinion anyway (who needs a certain Mr Cowel!). Meet Cameron J. Henderson singer, producer, choreographer. Easy on the eye, he has become this month’s youtube sensation. Rocketing to fame following his compilation of Beyonce songs, there is no end to his talents. Unafraid, nor should he be, Henderson covers songs well renound for being sung by the likes of legendary artists Beyonce, Rihanna, and Bruno Mars. His composition, duets and funky dance routines complete with an original collection of props captivate his audience.
The deep soulful tone of his voice which flows through his ballads is reminiscent of artists similar to that of John Legend. ‘KingOfWeirdos’ as he’s known on Twitter, effortlessly swoons from hip-hop and rap to rich soulful ballads. But his talents don’t just end with the end of each note. Rather, through the wonderful world of Youtube, Henderson has produced and uploaded much of his work himself and even incorporates sign language as the choreography his video of ‘Complex (hear what I don’t say)’.
Cameron J comes across as a fun, funky, cheeky chappie. His youtube channel is a testament to his diverse compilations, producing, and vocal talents. Scrolling through his many videos his arrangements cover a broad range of covers, and creatively licenced performances, including one on pop-tarts and another aptly named ‘The Capri Sun Song’ (three guesses what that’s about!) His covers of Niki Minaj’s Bees in the trap turn the original arrangement on it’s head, providing a new found appreciation for such tentative songs. But watching one of Cameron J Henderson’s videos is a dangerous idea if you’re looking to get anything useful done with your day. With each clip you’re left clicking for an encore. Scroll below, just be prepared not to be get much else done today other than singing along to his songs on repeat.
Jennifer Juniper 